Labotessa Boutique Hotel, Cape Town
Labotessa Boutique Hotel in Cape Town is this super-chic little gem right in the heart of the city, tucked into a historic 17th-century building on Church Square. When you step inside, it feels like a mash-up of old-world elegance and modern luxury.
There are soaring ceilings, French oak floors, marble bathrooms, and super-sleek design touches everywhere. They only have a handful of suites, which gives it that intimate, boutique feel, and then there’s the massive two-story Presidential Suite that’s basically a luxe apartment with its own elevator, artful décor, and killer city-and-mountain views.
Downstairs, Labotessa’s Café & Terrace is a vibe: lounge-y mezzanine spots, a terrace under trees, and a relaxed menu that’s perfect whether you’re grazing on snacks or enjoying their Diptyque tea experience.
And if you love the finer things, their on-site Boutique features Diptyque fragrances and skincare — so it’s not just a place to sleep, it’s a little luxury escape wrapped in Cape Town’s history, style, and warmth.
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Expert reviews
“Labotessa is a narrow, tall, blue townhouse that wouldn’t look out of place in Amsterdam. The hotel is tucked away on historic Church Square, which is full of architectural landmarks, including the Dutch Reformed Groote Kerk. Sunset views are a bonus.”
“Labotessa Luxury Boutique Hotel sits on one of Cape Town’s most historic sites — Church Square, one of the first public plazas in the city, which used to serve as a slave market.”
“A 17th-century building on one of the city’s oldest squares has been transformed into a hotel with a distinctly European charm. It’s boutique in the true sense of the word – detailed and exclusive, with genteel, highly personal service and luxurious in a way that is both thorough and tactile.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Boutique style
- Friendly staff
- Comfortable beds
- Private parking
Location
Recent guest reviews
24 December 2024
An exceptional boutique hotel
An exceptional hotel. It's a very small boutique hotel which makes it perfect. Hidden away in a little corner so it's easy to miss it. The service was exceptional, the room absolutely divine - it was huge with a mini kitchenette, dining area and lounge. The bathroom accessories are all branded and high quality. The hotel has a small cafe not a full-fledged kitchen and I think it closes early, however I knew this and always ordered take out and used the microwave in the hotel room. It's just a quaint and unexpected luxurious hotel.
If they had in room dining and a full-fledged kitchen then it would be perfect but the lack of it was also not a bad thing.
7 December 2024
Rachelle and team Labotessa were absolutely fantastic from the moment we got to the hotel. They helped us with resturant
Amazing location and very friendly team to help us upon arrival.
4 December 2024
Top boutique hotel!
Top boutique hotel!
5 November 2024
Casual cosy informal lovely excellence
5 October 2024
One of the best places in cape town to stay and have a unique experience.
The hospitality, location, staff
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19 May 2024
a perfect place to stay, very recommendable, would like to come again
perfect room, room access by elevator, perfect view on lion head, perfect help for sightseeing spot explanations and dinner places to go
only one tooth brush
a Luxury Boutique Hotel should not push for tips at the check out
15 May 2024
Amazing new hotel in Cape Town
Amazing new hotel in Cape Town! Staff is extremely attentive and does everything possible to assure we have the best experience. Room is close to perfection, very clean, spacious, quiet and full of amenities. Breakfast is also great. It is located in a central area in Cape Town, just a short Uber ride to the main attractions.
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14 April 2024
Design, comfort, warmth
This property is absolutely stunning! We loved every moment. The staff are fantastic, warm and helpful. The room was large and beautifully decorated. Amazing attention to detail. Free in room snack were spot on and generous. Delicious breakfast. The bed was divine. Together with the blackout curtains, we slept like babies. I really can’t recommend this place highly enough.
I have no criticism
28 March 2024
My stay at Labotessa was simply marvelous... amazing. From the lovely staff, the lux suite and café!
The variety of options and the healty options.
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22 February 2024
Absolutely gorgeous boutique hotel with a perfect location and wonderful staff
We had an absolutely exceptional stay at Labotessa Luxury Hotel. The hotel has a fantastic, very central location which allowed us to easily walk to museums, great restaurants, and different neighborhoods to explore. We stayed in the Presidential Suite which was gorgeous and so spacious. The private elevator opens directly into a stunning two story modern home with beautiful furnishings, 3 bedrooms, and two stunning balconies with sweeping views and a plunge pool. Every detail was perfect from Dyptique bath products to amazing food, treats, and drinks left for us each day. We so appreciated all of the extra touches and the warmth and hospitality of everyone working there. It truly felt like a second home while we explored all that Cape Town has to offer. The breakfast was also fantastic and we loved sitting outside by the fountain. Martin and his team are outstanding and incredibly helpful and made sure that our stay was perfect.
5 October 2023
Hidden gem in the heart of CBD
The excellent customer service. This hotel is such a gem. Perfected located - all sightseeing spots where nearby.
17 September 2023
Beautiful homely stay in an impeccable property. Perfect
By far the best property I have ever stayed in. From the moment you arrive you are treated like family, the rooms are enormous with impeccable finishing. Incredibly comfortable in every way and the owners and team are amazingly hospitable. A beautiful place to stay
2 August 2023
Boutique Luxury at its Finest
We loved the attention to detail and quality service.The little extras made our stay very special. Breakfast was amazing, and the coffee was delicious, better than Melbourne Australia. Looking forward to returning in the future.
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27 July 2023
High end accommodation with personal attention.
The manager and staff were exceptional. Great customer service. Set up transfer prior to arrival. The rooms were luxurious and well stocked. Felt like a home away from home from the start. Many small touches that are gracious and sincere.
All grand.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Wine/champagne
- - Coffee house on site
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Soundproof rooms
- - Car hire
- - Heating
- - Allergy-free room
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Shuttle service (additional charge)
- - Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Tour desk
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
- - Private check-in/check-out
- - Invoice provided
Outdoors
- - Terrace
- - Outdoor furniture
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Business facilities
- - Fax/photocopying
Parking
- - Parking garage
Transport
- - Airport pick up (additional charge)
- - Airport drop off (additional charge)
Activities
- - Temporary art galleries
- - Walking tours
- - Bicycle rental (additional charge)
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key access
- - Key card access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers

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25 January 2025
I‘d argue, best hotel in Capetown and definitely the best hotel we have ever stayed in